Monica Caridad Hoffa

1985 - 2017

Monica Caridad Hoffa obituary, 1985-2017, Tampa, FL

Monica Caridad Hoffa

1985 - 2017

BORN

1985

DIED

2017

Monica Hoffa Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 17, 2017.
Monica Caridad Hoffa, 32 years old, born April 11, 1985, passed away October 11, 2017. She graduated from Gaither High School in 2003 and attended Valencia. Monica was fluent in English, Spanish, and Sign Language. She loved life and had a beautiful smile that would light up the room. She was raised by her grandparents Guillermo and Ana, her mom, Olga, and her aunt, Ana. Monica also grew up with her cousins Ivette & Yury and they were raised as sisters. Monica was very close with the family. To Monica's grandparents, she was the light of their life. She loved her significant other, Dereck, very much, and would talk to her family about the plans she had in her heart for their future. Monica would always make sure to say to her family members "You know I love you, right"? She would make time to just come, sit, and talk to her cousins and do their nails and hair. Monica had a great love for the deaf community and many of her friends were deaf. She also loved to write poetry and was known for her drawings. She enjoyed the beach, walking, and just hanging out with family and friends. To Monica it was very important to forgive and forget. She would not remember any wrong doings and didn't hold a grudge. Her life was taken from her with no motive. We know God has her in His glory and we will see her again soon. Our beautiful Monica is survived by her grandparents, Guillermo & Ana; mom & dad, Olga & Kenny; aunt, Ana; brothers and sister; David, Adam, and Ivy; stepmom & stepbrother, Shelina & Ethan; cousins/sisters Ivette & Yury and their husbands Ruben & Carlos; cousins, Gaby, Mia, and Alyssa; uncle, Robert Hoffa; uncle & aunt, Guillermo & Melody; cousins JonPaul, Jonathon, and Janyll; significant other; Dereck; friend & roomate, Myrtis.

A service in celebration of her life will be held at Gonzalez Funeral Home, 7209 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, Fl 33614, Saturday, October 21, 2017, at 12 p.m.

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August 21, 2023

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October 11, 2021

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October 14, 2020

Nicole Powers posted to the memorial.

Paul Torres

August 21, 2023

Love and prayers to Monica Hoffa family and friends also God bless you to Monica Hoffa family and friends also I love best friend Monica Hoffa very much also I miss my best friend Monica Hoffa very much also Rest In Peace. Amen. Your friend Paul Torres.

P. S. Paul love Monica forever very much.

Memories

Nicole Powers

October 11, 2021

Been 4 long years since you've been gone. I miss you everyday & am blessed I get to see you in my dreams sometimes. I miss your hugs, your laugh, your heart, & your friendship. Will never forget you because I will make sure your legacy lives on.
In loving memory of Monica Hoffa.

Besties January 2017

Nicole Powers

October 14, 2020

Can't believe it's been 3 years...I miss your hugs, smile, & laugh. I was honored to have been your friend. I will never forget you. Always on my mind & forever in my heart. I miss you so much.

Nicole Page

October 13, 2019

Can't believe its been two years since you were taken away from us. Praying for your family and friends healing and continued strength... You were an amazing woman. I am so glad i had the chance to know you. Love you Monica and miss you so much

Elizabeth V Gray

October 13, 2019

I can not imagine you gone two years now and look back that your mom Olga will always cherish you in her heart and I always sign song You can Imagine and for people who lose their loved one and God Bless you.

Elizabeth (Beth) Gray

Jan 2017

Nicole Powers

October 15, 2018

Can't believe it's been a year already. I miss you so much. You will never be forgotten...I miss your beautiful smile & will remember all the memories we shared. I will always love you....

Daemon Schultz

March 29, 2018

Rest easy Monica.

Me &amp; Monica <br />12-30-16<br />

Nicole Powers

March 18, 2018

Thinking of Monica today like I do everyday. I miss her beautiful smile, her laugh, & most of all her friendship. She touched the lives of everyone who knew her. You couldn't help but love Monica...she would win you over instantly. I miss her so much!!!

Leonard Tucker

November 29, 2017

My belated sympathy to the family and friends of Monica Hoffa. May the God of all comfort give comfort to the surviving members of the family and friends.

Jenny greene

November 29, 2017

I did not know you personally Monica, but just looking at your smiling and bubbly face I am sure so many will miss you--My prayers go out to your family and friends and may you Rest In Heaven-You Are Now An Angel..

Patricia Stahler

November 29, 2017

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Nora Chadwick

November 18, 2017

I keep asking myself "is this the bubbly, beautiful Monica that I taught at Bethel Christian Academy?". My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

K. S.

October 31, 2017

I did not know you personally Monica, but I can tell you loved and were loved by many. My God grant you Paradise and help your friends and family with this loss. I love you.

Brian Fuxan

October 25, 2017

Monica was such a nice person and thoughtful. People from northdale and gaither knew her as did I through mutual friends before I moved to SC years ago.
She made a positive impact on many lives and I know that others closer to her are feeling torn.
We will turn prayer into action.
We will love more.
We will honor you and thank you for your time with us in this life Monica.
Till next time.

Bekky Brown

October 24, 2017

My name is Bekky and I am hearing impaired. I am so sorry about your beloved Monica. This is so tragedy and sad. I am praying for your family especially your mom and grandparents. Bekky

Guy Baras

October 24, 2017

Triste elle avait la vie devant elle.
Sincère consoléance à sa famille
Courage

Isaiah P

October 24, 2017

I am sorry.

Adam Altman

October 24, 2017

May her memory be a blessing!

F F

October 23, 2017

We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Chris Carson

October 23, 2017

I truly sadden to hear of the passing of Monica. She had a neat personality and I glad I got to know her when she worked in Clearwater at a Diabetic Supply company. My families thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God see through this tough time.

Laurie Massa

October 21, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss may God bless your family

DAVID MAHONEY

October 21, 2017

All thow I dont know you Monica,my heart goes out to you and your family!!, i feel the pain your family and friends are going through...Nobody is to pass away in this manner..God Bless you and your family, REST IN PEACE YOUNG LADY !! David Mahoney, Tampa fla

Ana M. Negron

October 21, 2017

This is such a terrible tragedy. Words cannot express how sorry I am that this happened.
Monica was a good heart and sweet person. I have known her when I was petsitter of hers. We both text several times.
We, myself, Joanna and Sean, will all miss her very much. Again, sorry about your loss.
We love you very much.

Nicole Page

October 21, 2017

I love you Monica! We had some great times, girl. I am so glad to have had the chance to know you. Thank you for being there when I needed someone to talk to... I know what a great loss this is to all of your family and friends, you truly are a beautiful woman, inside and out. Rest in peace my friend.

ardis-darlene smith

October 21, 2017

Praying for her family and friends during this tragic time. I know she is in heaven with Jesus and Grandma Shirley Murray. May everyone feel Gods arms around them during this time, God bless you all.

David J Welker Jr

October 20, 2017

I know Monica very well because her mom Olga is my best-friend for long time. Monica always show her beautiful smiling and always hug when I see her. So sad to have no longer hugs her and miss her special smile. But I close my eyes and can see her bright smile that I know Monica's spirit around us. I love you Monica!!! Praying for Monica's LOVELY family.

Christine KimballThompson

October 19, 2017

Monica seeing you grow up to be a beautiful fun woman I am sorry this happened Praying for you, Olga

Diane Riley

October 19, 2017

Monica, you had a heart of gold. You touched so many people, RIP sweet girl!

Mike Miller

October 19, 2017

While I can't be there, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. A sweet light taken from us way too soon. RIP in my friend, and to all of our sisters out there my prayers are with you too.

Me & Monica January 2017

Nicole Powers

October 19, 2017

My heart is broken and it gets worse every day. Your my first thought when I wake up and my last thought before I fall asleep. I can not imagine what your family is going through. I pray they find the strength to deal with this tragedy. I didn't tell you how much I love you in my first message so here I am writing again...I hope you knew just how special you are to me & how much I truly love you. I will always remember your beautiful face and all the time we got to spend together. Until we meet again I will be missing you. I love you always & forever!!!

Lynn Vance

October 19, 2017

Monica your are gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. Olga & Family words cannot express my sadness,May the comfort of God help you through this difficult time. Please accept my sincere condolences.. "When you lose someone you love, you gain an angel you know"..

MISTY Rodriguez

October 19, 2017

Monica you were a nice person....may you RIP BABY GIRL!!!!

Lynn Vance

October 19, 2017

Monica you're Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. "When you lose someone you love, you gain an angel you know" Words cannot express my sadness. Olga, May the comfort of God help you and your family through this difficult time. Please accept my condolences.

Angela Entrekin

October 18, 2017

Monica your the most caring, loving, amazing souls I've ever met! I will always love you and I'll never forget your beautiful shining smile. A big piece of my heart left this earth when you did and my life will never be the same without you in it! You've always been an angel so I know you fit right in up there in heaven. I know your watching over us and I can't wait to see you again one day running up to me with that big beautiful smile and giving me your big warm hugs! There's not a minute of the day that I don't think about you and wish you were here so I could hear your sweet voice! You will still be my BEST friend forever! No one could ever compare to you! I wish i could just be half as good of a person as you were, you never saw bad in anyone and your love was so strong! I remember the first time I met you you told me "God I love you!" and from then on you were my best and only true friend! You were the most loyal person and you had the biggest heart! I will love you always!
Till we meet again,
Your Best Friend,

Ana Troffo

October 18, 2017

My deepest sympathy our prayer for Olga and family. Monica (she) will always be your heart Olga, we all your friends always be your support love you. stay strong Ps. 23

love , Ana and John Troffo

Debra Fiallo-Wiles

October 18, 2017

I will alway remember you were little pretty girl with sunshine smile. You will truly missed. My heart goes out to families n friends.. May God blessed

Kimberly Howard

October 18, 2017

My deep sympathy our pray for u and family! I miss Monica!!! Stay strong!!!

Elizabeth Gray

October 18, 2017

I want to say to family of Monica Hoffa for my hearts go out to you all and since she is left you and she will always be in your heart and I saw few times but never met and know her mom very well and I think emotional her mom is going thru and my always give my hugs all time.

Sherry Reber

October 18, 2017

Prayers for your family and friends. My heart is heavy as I write this - your life was cut short too soon. Monica, you are a special young lady with an amazing smile. Your light made those who know you feel special and they were smiling with you. During the times we saw you with Derek you always had a look of happiness on your face. May your family find some peace and comfort in the days ahead.

Debbie Slein

October 18, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the family of this beautiful young woman .Sending love and prayers to help you get through this most difficult time in your life

Becca Stephens

October 18, 2017

I can only hope there's peace where you are now. You'll always be in my heart.

Wendy Schamber- Graham

October 18, 2017

Sending prayers for the family.
May Monica rest in peace.

Stephen CrazyWolf Dutton

October 18, 2017

I remember you when you were just a newborn as your dad and I served in the Navy together in Kingsbay Ga. RIP Monica Hoffa
Our prayers and love extend to the family of Monica for strength, peace and understanding. In Jesus Name

Nicole Powers

October 17, 2017

I was truly honored to have been your friend. I will always remember your beautiful smile. I hope you knew how much I valued our friendship. I will be missing you always.

Kristy

October 17, 2017

I hadn't been in touch with you for more than 10 years but I will forever miss your beautiful smile and amazing hugs ❤ Rest in Heaven sweetheart!

~K~

October 17, 2017

Bobby, keeping you, Kenny, and the rest of your family in my heart and in my prayers! You know that Mom is keeping Monica in good company up there in God's Arms! I love you always. If you or the family need anything at all, you know I'm here!

Myeisha Reid

October 17, 2017

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Marlana Torres

October 17, 2017

I love you always. Rest in peace my first niece rest in Gods arms. Love. Aunt Lena

Connie Blair

October 17, 2017

You will be missed. A bright sunny girl.

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